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Sheriff's Supervisor Reassigned Over Controversial Deputy Hiring Practices

4/2/2026

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A supervisor from the sheriff’s office was reassigned after refusing to bypass background checks for 80 deputies hired in 2025.
She alleges Sheriff Anthony Miranda expedited hiring to reach a record class size, letting candidates with incomplete checks enter the academy.
The Department of Finance oversees hiring processes and has sought external assistance for future background checks.
The reassigned supervisor notes some hires had questionable backgrounds, raising concerns about legitimacy.

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Story summary

A supervisor from the sheriff’s office was reassigned after refusing to bypass background checks for 80 deputies hired in 2025.
She alleges Sheriff Anthony Miranda expedited hiring to reach a record class size, letting candidates with incomplete checks enter the academy.
The Department of Finance oversees hiring processes and has sought external assistance for future background checks.
The reassigned supervisor notes some hires had questionable backgrounds, raising concerns about legitimacy.